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A Memorial for the War in America

When I think of graduation time, I don’t think about my own. Nor do I think of my kids. I think about my cousin Stephen, who came to the U.S. an immigrant when he was 8 years old from the Philippines. He received his B. A. in International Relations from San Francisco State University in 2014. But there is a digression. The degree came a few weeks after his violent gun death.

May 25, 2018

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Lingering Accusations of Discrimination Haunt Community College of Philadelphia

Former and current faculty members of color at the Community College of Philadelphia describe a disturbing pattern of systemic racial discrimination, particularly in hiring. In some instances, they contend, minority administrators themselves have served as “gatekeepers” in a system that maintains a majority White faculty over a majority non-White student body.

May 25, 2018

University of Utah to Become Tobacco-Free

SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah soon will be a tobacco-free institution. KSL-TV reports the mandate, effective beginning in July, will prohibit smoking and the use of any tobacco products on campus grounds at any time. A release from the universitysays the tobacco-free effort is part of the university’s commitment “to creating a […]

May 25, 2018

Governor Appoints State Superintendent of Public Instruction

RICHMOND, Va.— The superintendent of Virginia’s fifth-largest school system has been appointed state superintendent of public instruction. News outlets report James Lane was appointed Thursday by Gov. Ralph Northam, who said Lane’s experience as superintendent, school administrator and teacher has given him “deep grounding” in education. Lane has been superintendent of Chesterfield County Public Schools […]

May 25, 2018

University of Minnesota Law School Requests Funding Increase

MINNEAPOLIS — The University of Minnesota Law School is seeking more funding to help it recover from a large dip in enrollment. The university’s law school applications fell by more than 50 percent between 2010 and 2017, Minnesota Public Radio reports. The school decided not to lower admissions standards, said Garry Jenkins, dean of the […]

May 25, 2018

Scholars Differ on Legality of New NFL National Anthem Policy

After the NFL announced Wednesday that its players on the field must stand respectfully for the national anthem or face fines – or remain in locker rooms until the anthem is over – two questions linger: Can the NFL legally require its players to stand? Do the players have any viable legal recourse? The answers depend on who you ask.

May 24, 2018

WPI Program Addresses Unconscious Bias to Impact STEM

Over the next three years, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) will utilize project-based teamwork to call out unconscious racial and gender biases and change STEM culture.

May 24, 2018

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When the Margin for Error is Zero

It is a supreme irony that in a season when many Black colleges are celebrating 150 years of existence, several also are fighting for survival. A confluence of circumstances has created the perfect storm for closure. One bad decision can literally take down even the most vaunted minority-serving institutions. And in carrying out their fiduciary duties of these institutions, boards must ensure that the interests of the universities are protected. The margin for error is zero.

May 24, 2018

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Soldier for Life Relaunches Partnership

Fort Campbell Soldiers separating from the Army have a new avenue to figure out what to do professionally in the civilian world. Private Public Partnership is an organization that fosters long-term partnerships with companies, corporations, foundations, academia and other non-governmental organizations to help increase employment readiness in all 50 states. Read More

May 24, 2018

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What DeVos Didn’t Say

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos testified before the House Committee on Education and Workforce on Tuesday. Representative Bobby Scott, the Democratic ranking member on the committee, asked DeVos about his concerns with the PROSPER Act, House Republicans’ bill to reform the federal role in higher education. DeVos’ answer could have been better. Read More

May 24, 2018

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Colorado Springs Honored for Help to Military Spouses

Colorado Springs has joined San Antonio and Tampa in earning a national designation in support of military spouses. The city is now designated as a Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone, a designation given by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes, and USAA Insurance. Read More

May 24, 2018

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Goldman Sachs Launches Entrepreneur MOOC for Women

Since its role in the recession beginning in late 2007, Goldman Sachs has committed itself to operating in a more ethical manner. On Monday, the company launched their 10,000 Women initiative in MOOC-form, an effort to support female entrepreneurs with education and an expanded network. It will comprise primarily of an online course hosted by […]

May 24, 2018

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Military Vets ‘Infuriated’ Over Statements By Grad Assistants

The Graduate Employee Organization (GEO), a union of graduate students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), has inadvertently drawn military veterans into a battle over controversial legislation in the state House that would unionize research assistants who help teach courses under the GEO’s umbrella. Read More

May 24, 2018

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Navy Increases Tuition Assistance

The Navy has announced that it is increasing the maximum Tuition Assistance (TA) payable to active duty sailors. Effective June 1, sailors will be able to take as many classes as they wish using TA, as long as they don’t exceed the maximum DOD mandated cap of $4,500 per fiscal year. Read More

May 24, 2018

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Surprise!: Debts Catch Student Vets Unaware

Jonathan Ngowaki was halfway through getting his undergraduate degree at DeVry University when he got a letter saying he was $15,000 in debt. The letter confused him not only because he’d told the school he didn’t want any loans, but also because his post-9/11 veteran status meant his education should have been fully paid for […]

May 24, 2018

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Congressman, Civil Rights Activist John Lewis to Address Harvard Graduates

Civil rights activist U.S. Rep. John Lewis is set to address Harvard University graduates. The Ivy League school is hosting its 367th commencement ceremony on Thursday with a keynote speech from Lewis. It caps several days of activities that also featured speeches from Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich and Republican Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake. The […]

May 24, 2018

Historically Black Colleges Make Gains on NCAA’S APR Report

INDIANAPOLIS – Athletes at historically black colleges and universities are making major gains in the classroom, according to the NCAA’s latest Academic Progress Rate. The single-year rate at HBCUs over the last five years has increased 34 points to 962 compared with a five-point gain at all other schools. Overall, the four-year rate for all […]

May 24, 2018

Once-Homeless Teen Gets Full Ride to Harvard

Philadelphia teen Richard Jenkins used to sleep in a homeless shelter and was nicknamed “Harvard” by bullies for being a bookworm. Now, he is going to the same Ivy League school on a full scholarship. Jenkins attends Girard College, a boarding school in north Philadelphia, and is this year’s valedictorian. The 18-year-old found out the […]

May 24, 2018